Entry Level Social Behavioral Science Jobs in Riverside, CA

The Job MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY. San Bernardino County is recruiting for Social Workers II who provide complex social work services to assist individuals and families in enhancing their capacity for social functioning and assist in developing social service resources. Positions exist primarily within the Department of Aging and Adult Services, Children and Family Services, the Department of Public Health, and the Department of Behavioral Health.

The eligible list established by this recruitment will be used to fill vacancies throughout the County, including those which may arise in other departments. For more detailed information, refer to the Social Worker II job description. Click Here for Children and Family Services Social Worker Job Preview Video.

Applications are also being accepted for Social Worker II Trainee, which requires a separate application. Applicants are encouraged to consider applying for both levels, as appropriate. Excellent Benefits To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Incumbents must be able to visit clients in their homes, in the field, and other settings to perform complete assessments of risk factors, and be able to visually observe injuries and the client's environment as mandated by the State.

Positions in Children and Family Services (CFS) require ability to lift and carry children up to fifty (50) lbs. Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position (mileage reimbursement is available at current IRS rates).

A clean driving record and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. Availability: Some positions are assigned to 24 hour programs which may require incumbents be available to work the following shifts: day, swing, night, rotating, and/or weekend. Make sure to indicate a willingness to work these alternate schedules on your application.

Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Applicants must qualify under one of the following options: Option A: A Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW), which included a supervised social work internship, practicum, or field work experience.* Option B: A Bachelor's degree in behavioral science, psychology, sociology, social services, human services, behavioral anthropology, gerontology, cultural and gender studies, or human development* AND 480 hours of experience obtained in a supervised internship, practicum, or equivalent work or field work experience providing mental health, substance use disorder, or social work services such as interviewing and referring clients, non-clinical counseling, and social casework services in a human services agency. (Note: Candidates with degree titles not specified above (e.g

Criminal Justice, Political Science, etc.) may be considered under Option C below and must provide coursework for review.) Option C: Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework as described in Option B, half of which must be upper division AND one (1) year of experience equivalent to an entry-level social worker. Equivalent duties include primary responsibility for interviewing and referring clients, non-clinical counseling, and providing social casework services as determined by Human Resources. *Candidates in Final Year of Bachelor's Program: Applications will be accepted from individuals who are within 90 days of completing a qualifying degree (Option A or B), provided they meet minimum requirements for experience at the time of application

Job offers may be made contingent upon degree completion; verification of qualifications will be required prior to hire. Required Documentation: A list of completed coursework or copies of transcripts must be submitted with the application unless the applicant possesses a Bachelor's degree in one of the specified areas. Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.

BSW/MSW degrees or coursework must be approved by the Council on Social Work Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside of the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service indicating equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education

Proof of the required completed coursework and/or degree(s) will be required at the time of the interview. Desired Qualifications Bilingual Skills: Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills.

Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Social workers must have strong interpersonal skills enabling them to work positively and compassionately with clients of various backgrounds who may be experiencing difficult life circumstances and stressors such as homelessness, illness, behavioral health issues, or family crises. Crisis intervention experience is highly desirable.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn/use departmental computer systems a plus. Selection Process There will be an online examination which will consist of an evaluation of knowledge and skills on the following topics: Social Work Methods and Practices Customer Service/Interpersonal Skills Interviewing/Non-clinical Counseling Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline.

Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.

Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. Additional Information and Resources: If you need technical assistance, review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline. Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points.

For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy. For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process